Harper's Bazaar February 2017

THE ROARING ’20s was our inspiration for this issue’s subscriber cover, which resurrects a logo from the past to evoke the essence of the era as we continue Bazaar’s 150-year legacy of presenting the best and boldest fashion and culture of the moment. The inimitable Madonna harkens back to the rebellious creativity of that decade while remaining as thoroughly modern as they come (page 148). F. Scott Fitzgerald dubbed the era “the Jazz Age,” and we salute him, along with Dorothy Parker and Virginia Woolf, by reviving their work from our archives (page 202). To celebrate the new film Jackie, we revisit Richard Avedon’s historic portraits of Jacqueline Kennedy (page 184). We also honor 150 of today’s most fashionable women, in partnership with Tumi, Hearts on Fire, and La Perla…

Style Director Joanna Hillman is in the mood for fabulous fl orals and romantic ruffl es. See her take on spring in this month’s ShopBAZAAR Feature (page 84). “Spring is in bloom, and this shoot features the best new-season fashion, which is not for wallfl owers.” JOANNA HILLMAN, STYLE DIRECTOR…

SHOP THE BEST OF THE SEASON ON SHOPBAZAAR.COM BUTTONED UP GONE ARE THE DAYS of a stiff -collar approach to shirting. Today, brands have deconstructed, cut out, embellished, and twisted classic button-downs for a modern take on tailoring. And in spring 2017, the exposed shoulder is here to stay. WHITE COLLAR WHILE BORROWED from the boys, the white shirt has a ladylike attitude this season. Think ruffles, bows, and exaggerated sleeves that lend a little froufrou. Tucked into jeans, trousers, or a skirt, it's an off-duty and on-duty essential. SHOE IN CONSIDER pointed mules and studded sandals the perfect plus-ones to all shirting ensembles. Worn now with tights or socks, and later without, these are a polished transitional pick.…

SHOP THE BEST OF THE SEASON ON SHOPBAZAAR.COM When it comes to a fashionable take on female empowerment, La Perla knows what’s what. Established in Bologna, Italy, in 1954 by corsetière Ada Masotti, it was one of the only heritage brands with a lady lead. Fast-forward to today, and Creative Director Julia Haart looks to this past to bring you the “Ada” handbag, crafted in luxurious python or smooth calfskin and finished with an “LP” charm. Here, Haart muses on feminism and this must-have accessory. What was the inspiration behind the handbag? “I wanted to honor Masotti’s legacy by designing a handbag that captures her timeless elegance with a twist of playful innovation.” Tell us about your design process. “La Perla’s history is a huge source of inspiration. Like Masotti,…

FOR ITS FIRST COLLABORATION, the global diamond brand Hearts On Fire tapped the expertise of London jewelry designer Stephen Webster. The result is White Kites, a brilliant fine-jewelry collection named for the birds of prey that inspired it. With designs including these 18-karat white-gold ear studs adorned with 2.65 carats of diamonds, expect the ultimate dash of glitter in every piece. Hearts On Fire by Stephen Webster earrings. heartsonfire.com. PRESENTED BY HEARTS ON FIRE…

1 An alluring lorloiseshell pendant. 2 Prettyßoral-printflatforms, 3 A mini hag thai speaks volumes. 4 A modern wristlet in an unexpected shape. 5 Drop earringsfor any ensemble. 6 A neutral clutch with unique details. 7 Shimmering rose-hued blush…